🔋 Ohio invests $150,000 to supercharge battery recycling expansion in Lancaster. The grant from the Ohio Rail Development Commission will help Cirba Solutions install a new rail spur at its facility, enhancing delivery of bulk raw materials. The battery recycling company, which processes lithium and alkaline batteries, has already invested $250 million in the Lancaster plant and plans an additional $200+ million expansion. The rail project will add five storage tracks with capacity for six cars each, along with a rail scale and pipe rack for loading materials. This development supports Cirba's commitment to creating a closed-loop supply chain for critical minerals in Ohio.
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🏞️ Ohio's largest state park is getting a $9.6 million facelift. Salt Fork State Park will receive extensive renovations including a new beach shelter house, concession stand, and bathroom facilities. The project, approved Monday by the state Controlling Board, will replace outdated pit latrines with modern flush toilets and add amenities like changing rooms and outdoor showers. The improvements also include picnic shelters and parking lot repaving. Notably, the entire renovation is being funded by a signing bonus from a fracking lease for natural gas beneath the park.
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🕊️ Bob Asadorian's faith-filled journey ended peacefully on March 8, 2025. The Rhode Island native embraced life fully, from his youthful adventures in California to becoming a successful entrepreneur with Times Jewelry. His "biggest achievement" came in his 40s when he became born again, leading him to create a Christian outreach ministry, host a prayer line on television, and serve as a chaplain at Ohio State hospital. Known for his unwavering belief in the healing power of prayer, Bob leaves behind a daughter, granddaughter, niece, and countless lives he positively impacted through his faith and service.
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Spacious East Muskingum commuter home: This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the East Muskingum School District is listed at $229,500. Located in a quiet neighborhood with spacious bedrooms, it offers convenient access to SR 40 and I-70 for easy commuting.
Historic campus-adjacent multi-bedroom gem: This 1930s home at $335,000 features 5-6 bedrooms with a third-story suite, natural gas fireplace, and unique storage cubbies, just a short walk from Muskingum University campus.
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